
Louise Ridlen - Peppermint iT
CEO
NSW, AUSTRALIAEfficiency Expert and Tech Innovator Inspiring Action and Change
Louise Ridlen is an award-winning entrepreneur, keynote speaker and Founder of Peppermint iT, with more than 30 years of experience helping organisations simplify complexity through better systems, smarter technology and a philosophy she calls Tech Infused with Care.
Drawing on her experience as a business owner, single mother and technology leader, Louise combines practical expertise with warmth, humour and authentic storytelling to help audiences rethink the systems beneath their success. She has a unique ability to turn complex technology concepts into simple, actionable ideas that create real business outcomes.
As the creator of the INFUSE™ Framework – The 5 Ingredients to an Effective Tech Stack, Louise shows leaders how to build businesses that create alignment, trust, capacity, better decisions and stability, enabling them to truly excel.
Louise is the Founder of Peppermint iT and I.T. Lady Connect, a registered charity focused on digital inclusion. Her work has been recognised through multiple business and community awards, including being named an Inside Small Business Top 50 Small Business Leader, a multiple Local Business Awards finalist, a Bx Award winner, a Small Business Excellence Awards finalist, and a Volunteer of the Year nominee.
She has delivered keynote presentations, workshops and panel discussions for organisations including ACS, Bx, International Women's Day events, community groups and business networks across Australia.
Audiences leave Louise's presentations inspired and equipped with practical strategies they can implement immediately.
Because for Louise, technology isn't the goal.
Business excellence is.
Popular Topics:
- INFUSE™ – The 5 Ingredients to an Effective Tech Stack
- Tech Infused with Care
- From Chaos to Clarity
- The Formula for Business Excellence
- Women, Leadership and Reinvention
Louise Ridlen is an award-winning entrepreneur, keynote speaker and Founder of Peppermint iT, with more than 30 years of experience helping organisations simplify complexity through better systems, smarter technology and a philosophy she calls Tech Infused with Care.
Drawing on her experience as a business owner, single mother and technology leader, Louise combines practical expertise with warmth, humour and authentic storytelling to help audiences rethink the systems beneath their success. She has a unique ability to turn complex technology concepts into simple, actionable ideas that create real business outcomes.
As the creator of the INFUSE™ Framework – The 5 Ingredients to an Effective Tech Stack, Louise shows leaders how to build businesses that create alignment, trust, capacity, better decisions and stability, enabling them to truly excel.
Louise is the Founder of Peppermint iT and I.T. Lady Connect, a registered charity focused on digital inclusion. Her work has been recognised through multiple business and community awards, including being named an Inside Small Business Top 50 Small Business Leader, a multiple Local Business Awards finalist, a Bx Award winner, a Small Business Excellence Awards finalist, and a Volunteer of the Year nominee.
She has delivered keynote presentations, workshops and panel discussions for organisations including ACS, Bx, International Women's Day events, community groups and business networks across Australia.
Audiences leave Louise's presentations inspired and equipped with practical strategies they can implement immediately.
Because for Louise, technology isn't the goal.
Business excellence is.
Popular Topics:
- INFUSE™ – The 5 Ingredients to an Effective Tech Stack
- Tech Infused with Care
- From Chaos to Clarity
- The Formula for Business Excellence
- Women, Leadership and Reinvention
60-Minute Keynote: Efficiency Unlocked with the T.I.M.E. Mastery Toolkit
This program is perfect for:
- Business leaders and managers looking to boost team productivity.
- Employees overwhelmed by daily inefficiencies and distractions.
The audience will leave with:
- A clear understanding of how to identify and eliminate time-wasting activities.
- Practical strategies to streamline work processes and increase efficiency.
In this...
90-Minute Workshop: From Chaos to Control – Practical Time Mastery Techniques
This program is perfect for:
- Teams who struggle with collaboration and task prioritisation.
- Professionals looking to implement immediate changes to improve time management.
The audience will leave with:
- Hands-on experience in auditing their current workflows and pinpointing areas for improvement.
- Actionable steps to automate tasks and delegate...
45-Minute Breakout Session: Tech and Transformation – Staying Ahead One Second at a Time
This program is perfect for:
- IT professionals and tech enthusiasts eager to keep up with rapid technological changes.
- Business owners who want to future-proof their operations.
The audience will leave with:
- An understanding of how to leverage the latest tech to optimise workflows.
- Tips for continuously improving and updating processes to stay...
INFUSE Tech Into Your Business
The 5 Ingredients to an Effective Tech Stack
Program Description:
Format: 40-minute keynote (also available as a 60-minute workshop)
Most businesses don't struggle because they...
